This month's Youth Grab and Go craft is a light-up firefly! Kits are available while supplies last inside the Library in the Youth Services Department. If you would like a kit brought outside to you, please call the Youth Desk at (847)580-8961. Warnings: Please be aware of safety when doing this craft and use your… Read More
Talking to Children About Difficult News
The news out of Texas last Tuesday was devastating. While it is nearly impossible to fathom the loss of such young and bright lives, for parents, it may also be difficult to consider talking to our children about the topic. In the Youth Services Department, we are here for you. We hope the following resources… Read More
Music Recommendations: Warm Weather
As the weather is starting to get warmer, Mariel and I are here with 4 more album recommendations this month to keep things fresh. For each musical recommendation, we will include a link to the album and a sample song from that album. We hope you enjoy and discover some new artists! If you feel… Read More
Presenting Queer Poem-a-Day 2022
We are so excited to launch the second year of our special Pride Month podcast series Queer Poem-a-Day. Exclusive to the Deerfield Public Library Podcast, which otherwise features interviews with authors and other notable people, Queer Poem-a-Day is the first daily-poetry podcast to focus exclusively on the LGBTQIA+ community. Once again we are thrilled to… Read More
Novelist: What the Librarians Use
Here’s a confession from behind the reference desk, none of our librarians have read every book in the library. We’re not even close (maybe one day!) But that doesn't stop us from recommending the perfect book for you. The secret is: NoveList. With NoveList, you can find recommendations, read-alikes, award lists, book discussion questions, and… Read More
Convenient Ways to Return Library Materials
One of the more common questions we get asked at the library is where items can be returned. We offer a number of convenient ways to return your library materials! 1. When the Library is open Feel free to bring your items inside to return them, or place them in one of the outside book… Read More
Teen Grab and Go: Recycled Egg Carton Herb Garden
There is nothing better than cooking with your own fresh produce! Start small with this herb garden starter kit. Kit Includes: Potting soil 4 seed bags (Basil, Dill, Lavender, and Mint) 4 egg carton sections or biodegradable seed cups (both function the same) 2 popsicle sticks Other Materials Needed: A spoon or something to scoop… Read More
TeenBookCloud from Tumblebooks
This summer, from now until August 15th, DPL teens and tweens will have free access to TeenBookCloud from TumbleBooks! Click here to access the collection: bit.ly/DPLTeenBookCloud. TeenBookCloud is an online database of YA/Teen eBooks and educator resources perfect for your middle school, high school, or public library. We offer a robust selection of Graphic Novels, Enhanced… Read More
Make With Us: Felt Flowers
Hey Makers Mother’s Day is just around the corner and if you haven't ordered a gift yet it's time to get creative! Before you run out to buy a last-minute bouquet, consider making some felt forever flowers. These continuous cut spiral flowers are a breeze to assemble and are even easier to customize. Make a… Read More
Podcast: LYNX Project’s New Album With Lyrics by Neurodiverse Writers
This month on the Deerfield Public Library Podcast, we’re celebrating a new album, beautiful small things, from the LYNX Project, a Chicago-based non-profit that uses the form of contemporary classical art song to connect with diverse communities. beautiful small things features songs from the LYNX Project’s Amplify Series, which takes texts written by primarily non-speaking… Read More